Laboratory Supervisor – Toxicology Operations

About the Role:

We are seeking a results-driven Laboratory Supervisor to provide daily operational leadership within our Toxicology Laboratory. In this role, you will oversee assigned assay areas, ensuring on-time production, operational efficiency, and compliance with GLP/ISO standards. You will lead a team of Team Leads and Lab Technicians, manage workflow, review first-level data, maintain equipment readiness, and support a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

This position is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume lab environment and is passionate about developing teams while maintaining operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily operations in assigned assay areas to meet production targets, timelines, and quality standards.

• Review and approve first-level data, worksheets, and laboratory records.

• Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained, calibrated, and fully operational.

• Monitor efficiency and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce errors.

• Maintain accountability for deviations and CAPAs, ensuring timely investigation, documentation, and closure.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead, mentor, and coach lab personnel; provide regular performance feedback.

• Conduct daily huddles and team meetings to align priorities and address issues.

• Coordinate staffing coverage in partnership with Team Leads.

• Participate in hiring, interviewing, training, and onboarding of new staff.

• Support career development of Team Leads and Lab Technicians.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure adherence to GLP, ISO17025, and internal Quality policies.

• Initiate, track, and close deviations and CAPAs in assigned areas.

• Support internal and external audits, inspection readiness, and regulatory reviews.

• Promote safe laboratory practices, PPE compliance, and Health & Safety standards.

Strategic & Administrative

• Provide input on staffing, equipment needs, and resource planning.

• Collaborate with the Operations Manager on workflow optimization and capacity planning.

• Maintain labor metrics, overtime logs, and training records for direct reports.

• Offer technical input for process improvements and assay development initiatives.

• Participate in safety inspections and ensure corrective actions are completed.

General Duties

• Implement the Laboratory Quality Policy and ensure adherence to SOPs, study plans, and test methods.

• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and consistently wear required PPE.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Toxicology, Biochemistry, or a related field (required).

• Equivalent education/experience may be considered by HR and department leadership.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of laboratory experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or first-level leadership role in a GLP/ISO17025 environment.

• Equivalent experience may be considered by HR and department leadership.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective communication, coaching, and leadership capabilities.

• Highly accountable, results-driven, and able to work independently.

• Adaptable to a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory setting.